Seafood, unlike most other foods, can pose serious food poisoning risks simply as a result of their biology and/or the way in which they are consumed. This problem is further exacerbated by the fact that animals posing a risk do not show any signs that can easily distinguish them from...
By world standards Australia has not developed a significant marine finfish fanning industry. One of the principal constraints has been the absence of suitable technology for Australian species. This technology is currently being developed in a number of research facilities in temperate regions of...
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Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) WA
AAGA established its first strategic plan in 2015 for the period 2015-20. AAGA members now wish to develop a new strategic plan to inform further investment in our sector for the period 2020 to 2025 and beyond.
AAGA and FRDC recognise the need for the sustainable development of the...
Crustaceans such as prawn, crab and lobster are recognised as a common cause of allergic reactions to seafood. Overseas studies have shown that the major allergen in prawn is the heat-stable muscle protein tropomysin. A similar protein has been found in other crustaceans.
In the current...